Course Teaching Plan

Course Title:

Introduction to Islamic Science

Course Summary:

This course introduces students to the foundational concepts, historical development, and contemporary relevance of Islamic Science. It explores the integration of naqli (revealed) and ‘aqli (rational) knowledge, the contributions of Muslim scholars during the Islamic Golden Age, and the philosophical underpinnings that distinguish Islamic Science from modern secular science. Designed for students from diverse academic backgrounds, including those without prior exposure to Islamic studies or philosophy, the course emphasizes critical thinking and contextual application.

Key Components:

• Philosophical Foundations:
  Understanding Islamic epistemology, ontology, and ethics of science based on scholars like Al-Ghazali, Ibn Sina, and Al-Farabi.
  
  

• Historical Survey:
  A chronological overview of key scientific achievements and scholars from the Islamic Golden Age (e.g., Alhazen, Al-Khwarizmi, Al-Biruni).
  
  

• Integration of Knowledge:
  Exploring the synthesis of Qur’anic worldview with empirical investigation, highlighting concepts such as tawhid, mizan, and maqasid al-shariah.
  
  

• Contemporary Relevance:
  Addressing how Islamic Science can inform modern scientific discourse and ethical dilemmas (e.g., AI, bioethics, climate change).
  
  

• Assignments & Assessments:
  
  

  • Muslim Scholar E-book Assignment
    
    

  • Current Issues Video Documentary
    
    

  • Final oral presentation
    
    

  • 60 MCQ final exam based on the textbook Introduction to Islamic Science (Norwawi et al., 2020)
    
    

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

1. Define Islamic Science and its core principles.
   
   

2. Identify major contributions of Muslim scientists and philosophers.
   
   

3. Analyze scientific practices through an Islamic worldview.
   
   

4. Apply integrative thinking to contemporary issues.
   
   

5. Articulate the distinctiveness of Islamic scientific methodology.